Mike Francesa is an American journalist best known for playing Co-host in Mike and the Mad Dog.
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Best Known For:The television program The Mike Francesa Podcast
Breakthrough:Launched the revolutionary sports talk show Mike and the Mad Dog with Chris Russo in 1989
10 Quick Facts About Mike Francesa
- Full Name: Mike Francesa
- Nationality: American
- Profession: Radio host,radio personality,commentator,analyst
- Current Role: Independent podcaster
- Date of Birth: March 20, 1954
- Age: 72 years old
- Place of Birth: New York
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Rose Francesa
- Popular As: The Sports Pope
Mike Francesa Age
Mike Francesa is about 72 years old as of 2026. Mike Francesa was born in 1954.
Education
He attended St. John's University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Communication Arts.
- St. John's University
- Qualification: Bachelor's degree
- Field of Study: Communication Arts
Career & Work
Mike Francesa's career includes sports broadcasting roles with WFAN and CBS Sports.
Organization: WFAN
Role: Radio Host
Period: 1989–2017
Details: New York · Co-host of Mike and the Mad Dog
Organization: CBS Sports
Role: Researcher/Analyst
Period: 1982–1993
Rise to Fame
Mike Francesa rose to prominence for his role on the radio program Mike and the Mad Dog.
Notable Works
- Radio Program: Mike and the Mad Dog (Co-host, 1989-2008)
Awards & Achievements
- Marconi Award — NAB — Major Market Personality of the Year
Mike Francesa Family & Relationships
Mike Francesa is married to Rose Francesa. He has 3 children, including Jack and Harrison.
- Father: Michael Francesa Sr
- Children:
- Jack
- Harrison
- Emily
Personal Information
- Full Name: Mike Francesa
- Popular As: The Sports Pope
- Gender: Male
- Occupation: Radio host,radio personality,commentator,analyst
- Nationality: American
- Living Status: Alive
- Ethnicity: White
Birth & Background
- Date of Birth: March 20, 1954
- Age: 72
- Birthday: March 20
- Zodiac Sign: Pisces
- Place of Birth: New York
Measurements
- Eye Color: Brown
- Hair Color: Brown
Family & Relationships
- Father: Michael Francesa Sr
- Marital Status: Married
- Spouse / Partner: Rose Francesa
Net Worth & Income
- Salary: $45K - $188K (Est)
- Net Worth: $375K - $3.8M (Est)
- Source of Income: Employment
Related Biographies
- Christopher 'Mad Dog' Russo (Colleague • Radio Co-host for 19 years)
Online Presence
- X (Twitter):https://twitter.com/MikeFrancesa
